THE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 1901. VOL. XVIII., No. 1776. REGULATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD. LONDON, S. W. » 2. Particulars eonaerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be insetted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they arc sufficient to enable action to be taken uvon them by another force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a cost of 15.*. per portrait, and of 7s. fid. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted' and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on tlu- ir apprehension or recovery, at truce transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of at*/ announcement urill be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such jmbHeation. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to he received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the. Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. Tht y must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, a nd accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on- payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same icill be given on application. R. ANDBBSON. Editor. NOTICE. j I.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Poiice Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows s— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( h) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. I ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody « ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes con- taining them being directed incorrectly or inade- quately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.-— B Division.— For stealing a suit of clothes and a dark blue sweater — SAMUEL CHARITY, alias JOHN FODEN, age 23, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair dark, eyes brown ; dress ( supposed) grey Scotch tweed suit, dark blue sweater, hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Yorkshire. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division.— For forging and uttering endorsements on postal orders — ISAAC SAMUELS, age 1- 1, height 4 ft. Id in., complexion, hair ( long) and eyes dark, broad Jewish features ; dress, brown jacket suit, black hard felt hat or peak cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division.— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences— WILLIAM MORDELL, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair, beard, and moustache very dark ( turning grey); dress, dark morning coat and vest, grey striped trousers, silk hat. A cigar merchant. Warrant issued. 4.— T Division.— For horse stealing— CYRIL BLACKWELL CUTLER, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, mole right elbow, scar on ball of left thumb; wearing blue overcoat, velvet collar, light brown soft felt hat, brown gaiters and boots. He travels the provinces, calls on clergymen, and obtains money by stating he is a horse dealer, and that he is in distress. Warrant issued. 5.— y Division.— For fraud and falsifica- tion of accounts— HARRY MANN, an insurance collector, late of Wimbledon; age 22, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, light trousers, P. and 0. cap., Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 6.— Reading { Borough). — For embezzle- ment— THOMAS IVERMEE, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair light, eyes brown. A butcher ; may seek employment at omnibus or livery yards. Infoimation to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. CHESHIRE. 7.— Liscard { County).— For stealing, 13th ult., a " New Howe" pneumatic safety bicycle, head lock damaged and part of same on head lug broken off, Clincher B tyres ( back tyre patched outside), flat handle bars, cork grips, rat- trap pedals, slightly bent, brake attached — W. H. HOWARD, age about 32, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair ; dress, light covert coat, light trousers, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Liscard. 8. - Middle wich { County).— For stealing a silver English lever watch, No. 5852; 1 white metal watch guard, curb pattern; and a brown leather purse containing 12s.— WILLIAM MOSS, alias LANGLEY, age 19£, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar on back of head. Is a deserter from the 122nd Battery Royal Field Artillery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DEVONSHIRE. 9.— Exeter { County).— For obtaining £ 8 by a worthless cheque, and fraudulently obtaining food at Exmouth, between 25th and 31st October last— EDWARD AUGUSTUS BISHOP, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fair, hair light, rather heavy moustache sandy ; dress, dark coat, blue and white striped vest, dark trousers, hard felt hat, wearing a gold chain with locket, photograph of lady on one side, " My wife" written in ink on other. He presents cards with " E. Bishop, Pianoforte Maker and Importer, Willesden Lane, N. W.," thereon, stays at hotels, and calls at music shops. Was accompanied by A MAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion dark, round features, hair ( inclined to curly) and slight moustache dark. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. ESSEX. 10 .— Southend - on - Sea { County). — For embezzling £ 5, 15th ult. — WILLIAM GRUNDY, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, carries his head slightly forward, walks badly; dress, blue serge jacket suit, blue cloth yachting cap. A aative of Southend- on- Sea. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. 11.— Thorpe- le- Soken { County).— For stealing £ 14 4s. at Frinton; a lady's old silver lever watch, silver dial, gold hands and figures, No. 9083, A 93" scratched inside case, " silver Albert with tassel at end attached — HARRY SNELLING, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, one leg has been broken, pimples near nose and mouth, very deaf; dress, black jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, blue cap. A tramping brickmaker ; native of Woolpit, Suffolk. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Jones, Thorpe- le- Soken. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1901. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 12.— Dursley [ County).— For stealing, 11th ult., a dark blue beaver overcoat, new velvet • collar ; 1 dark brown plaid mixture jacket, nearly new : 1 do. coat— ARTHUR MORRIS ( supposed false), age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, clean shaved, small mouth; dress, dark blue cloth suit, dark blue muffler, cap, light lace boots. A groom. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biggs, Dursley. 13.— Gloucester ( County).— For stealing £ 7 14s.— HENRY ALLEN ( supposed false), age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( short) light, eyes blue, H. A., ship, and sword or gun left arm, scar left side of neck ; dress, dark jacket and - vest, light grey cap with ornamental top, old military boots. States he is a native of Cardiff. Has in his possession several discharges from • ships. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Phil- pott, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 14.— AItiers hot { County). — For stealing £ 181, 20th ult.— WILLIAM McLAUGHLIN, age 37, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair black, moustache dark, eyes brown, O. S. H. M., crown and stars tattooed on left forearm, heart and sword right forearm, swinging gait, addicted to drink, has a habit of twirling his moustache, or rubbing his hands when talking ; wearing ( when last seen) a dark overcoat and black bowler hat. Is a colour- sergeant of the 1st Royal Home Counties Reserve Regiment. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 15.— Portsmouth [ Borough). — For em- bezzling £ 7 6s. 6d.— JAMES ROBERTSON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( nearly bald) dark brown, moustache light; • dress, new black overcoat, light check tweed suit, red tie, brown cap, lace boots. Has been em- ployed as a brewer's drayman. Absconded 29th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 16.— Southampton { Borough).— For ob- taining credit while an undischarged bankrupt— JOHN HOWE, age 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., broad shoulders, complexion fresh, full round face, hair and moustache light, eyes grey. A cabinet maker and joiner ; native of Dorchester. Warrant issued. 17— Southampton { Borough).— For forg- ing and uttering a cheque for £ 18— MONTRESSOR WALKEM, alias MONTY, age 23, height 5 ft. 4 - or 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( thick and curly in front) brown, clean shaved ; dress, black morning coat and vest, light trousers, black bowler hat. An assistant theatrical manager ; may be found at first class hotels. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 18.— Watford ( County)— For larceny ( bailee) — WILLIAM GRASS, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., • complexion sallow, hair light brown, slight mous- tache brown, rather long face and chin, usually wears light brown suit. A labourer; native of Watford. Has served in the Army.— ANNIE • GRASS, age 24, height 5 ft., slight build, com- plexion sallow, thin face, hair ( inclined to curl) dark brown, cross- eyed ; dress, usually fawn colour costume, black sailor hat. A native of Watford, Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 19— Canterbury { County).— For embezzl- ing 6s. 5d., 17th ult. — FREDERICK SMITH, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, stubby moustache light ginger, quick spoken ; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat. A journeyman baker. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jacobs, County Police Office, Canterbury. » 20.— Canterbury { City).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the common fund of the Canterbury Union— GEORGE ELLERTON, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair dark, moustache ginger, eyes hazel, right fore- finger deformed, ruptured right side, carries his right shoulder lower than left. Addicted to drink. A french polisher. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Canterbury. ' 2\.— Tunbridge Wells { Borough).— For stealing, 26th ult., from a boarding- house, a lady's old- fashioned silver hunter watch, " Examined by Dent, Cockspur Street," engraved on inner case, crest ( stag's head) on outer case, engine- turned case, much worn ; 1 brooch of gold cross bars, gold balls at each end ; 1 brown morocco purse, lined crimson water silk ; 1 lady's gold watch, flowered case, gold dial, inner case much dis coloured ; 1 long gold cable pattern brooch; 1 long gold neck chain, small link pattern ; 1 lady's small gold ring, set 10 or 12 turqnoise ; 1 lady's gold ring, set 5 small diamonds; 1 do., rather large single stone diamond ring; 1 lady's gold watch, chased back ; 1 gold chased oblong locket, plain centre ; 1 jet brooch ; 1 gold curb pattern do.; 1 gold chain, rope pattern ; 1 plain gold cross, l£ in. long; 1 gold expanding bracelet; 1 15 ct. gold bracelet, ball edges ; 1 silver coin brooch ( supposed a 5 cent, piece) ; 1 round gold brooch, raised rose in centre; 1 lady's gold cable ring ; 1 pair gold earrings, set rubies; 1 gold horseshoe brooch ; 1 old gold brooch, " A. E. J." in raised gold letters on front, place at back for hair— A MAN, age about 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, broad face, broad flat nose, thick lips, hair dark, clean shaved, large eyes ; dress, black coat and vest, black ( tight fitting) trousers, black overcoat, light tweed hat, patent leather shoes. He left behind a port- manteau, Gladstone bag, & c., which were after- wards found to have been stolen from a railway station. Information to Chief Constable Prior, Tun- bridge Wells. LANARKSHIRE. 22.— Hamilton ( Burgh).— For stealing 1 £ 50 and 10 £ 10 Russian notes, 22nd ult. — JOHN PASSAN, a Pole, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache ( turned up at ends) very light, speaks fairly good English ; dress, dark coat and vest, light tweed trousers, light colour waterproof overcoat, black felt hat. Has been employed as a carpenter and joiner. Absconded 22nd ult. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Millar, Hamil- ton. LANCASHIRE. 23. — Liverpool { City). — Licence- holder JOHN WILLIAMS, Office No. 1978- 00, Case No. 24, 2nd November last, not to be arrested. 24. — Preston ( Borough). — For stealing £ 1 10s., 20th Nov., and other sums of money on different dates, amounting to £ 100 — JOHN JACKSON, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, of delicate appearance ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, black billycock hat, tan colour boots, may be wearing a long black or short green shaded overcoat. A clerk; native of Preston. Absconded 7th ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Information to Major Little, Chief Constable, Preston. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 25.— Newport ( Borough). For stealing £ 9, 6th ult. — ARTHUR LIGHTFOOT, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and small mous- tache dark ; dress, dark vest with sleeves, black trousers, light check cap, brown boots blacked over. An hotel boots; native of P^ xeter. Has been employed at Bridgend, Clifton, Bristol, and Weymouth. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, New- port. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 26.— Worksop { County).— For stealing 3 new pairs of lady's boots ( 1 pair brown lace, with toecaps; 1 pair black button, with plain square toes ; 1 pair lace, with toecaps), all glaced kid and size 4 — HERBERT WILSON, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion very pale, hair ( thin) black, eyes hazel, bow- legged ; dress, dark suit, black bow tie, black hard felt hat. Was employed for a few days as a moulder. He calls on tradesmen and asks that goods may be sent to his lodgings on approval. Is believed a travelling thief. Was accompanied by his wife, age about 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., and a boy, age 3 years. Absconded 5th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Worksop. OXFORDSHIRE. 27.— Deddington ( County).— For disobey- ing a bastardy order— ARTHUR BIGGE, age 27, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A shoe laster ; native of Earls' Barton, Northamptonshire. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hope, Deddington. SHROPSHIRE. 28.— Osi'Jestry ( County). — For stealing, 26th ult., a dark brown rough cloth double- breasted waistcoat; 1 blue, black and white silk handkerchief; 1 do., various colours, with red and white spots— JOE , age about 25, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair, moustache and side whiskers brown, legs deformed below knees, turns his feet outwards when walking; dress, new blue pilot double- breasted jacket, dark brown corduroy trousers, dark peak cap, dark blue neckerchief with white stripe, lace boots, and stolen vest. Carried 2 bundles, containing G. W. R. porter's old corduroy jacket, and dark cloth jacket. Warrant issued. • Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 29.— Wellington { County). — For stealing ( bailee), 27th Nov., a spirit level ( recovered)— JAMES POPE, alias THOMAS JONES, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair brown, large moustache and close cropped beard sandy, of good address; dress, light cloth jacket and vest, cord trousers, dark blue serge cap, lace boots. A fancy tile layer ; native of Broseley. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Welling- ton. STAFFORDSHIRE. 30. — Longton ( County). — For larceny ( bailee), 1st Nov.— JOHN PERCIVAL HILL, alias HARRY CLIFFORD, age 27, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion rather pale, hair and slight moustache light, eyes blue, shuffling gait, very talkative; dress, blue serge suit, dark dust coat, Scotch plaid cap, lace boots. A comedian ; native of Dublin. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bakewell, Longton. SUFFOLK. 31.— Ipswich { Borough).— For embezzling £ 13 12s., 30th Nov.— JOSEPH CAMP, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, hair very dark, clean shaved, eyes sunken, prominent nose, stoops slightly; dress, dark suit, dark soft felt hat. A club steward. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( East). 32.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee) a black vicuna vest and trimmings—< A MAN, who gave the name of — SOLOMON, a Jew, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion sallow, hair, moustache and short whiskers black; dress, fawn colour three- quarter covert coat, dark blue , or black jacket and vest, two pairs of trousers ( 1 dark blue, other black diagonal), plaid cap, light lace boots. A tailor. Absconded 19th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 33. Hastings ( Borough). — For stealing, 30th Nov., a lady's silver watch, open face, silver dial with gold rim, glass broken ( half missing); 1 lady's ditto, gold hands and figures, flowers round dial; 1 gentleman's silver watch, open face, gold hands, black figures, had attached a gold Albert chain, several small links and 1 long link alternately, broken at one place and tied with black cotton, gold seal at end— ELIZABETH SMITH, age 20, height about 5 ft. 2 in., slight build, face freckled, hair light, front teeth badly decayed; dress, white sailor hat with green band, black double- breasted jacket, speckled buttons ( several missing), black skirt, large blue and white apron, heavy lace boots. A travelling flower hawker. Warrant issued. 34.— Hastings ( Borough)— For stealing, 17th ult., a inavy blue serge jacket,: lined black silk, black bone buttons ; 1 large dark blue and cream coloured silk wrap ; 1 pair of grey lambswool pants— COLIN CAMPBELL, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., broad shoulders, complexion fair, hair sandy, clean shaved, eyes grey, slight twitch in right eye, front upper teeth deficient, slight impediment in speech, right boot laces nearly to the knee, walks with a crutch and stick; dress, brown mixture coat and vest, dark trousers, blue cap with shiny peak, turned down collar, black tie, imitation diamond pin, bandage round neck under collar, lace boots, silver ring on one right finger, thick imitation gold ring on one left finger. Stated he had served in the Gordon Highlanders, and that he had been wounded in South Africa. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. 3 SUSSEX ( West). 39.— Steyning ( County).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of 13s. fine and costs imposed for stealing growing celery at Washington, 18th ult.— MALCOLM- McPHAIL, age 38, height 5 ft. - 1 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache brown, eyes hazel, two abscess scars left side of neck, left big toe deficient; dress, old black morning coat, light trousers, light scarf, black hard felt hat, old lace boots. A tramping blacksmith ; native of Glasgow. Absconded 22nd ult. Information to Supt. Hooper, Steyning. WARWICKSHIRE. 40.— Warwick ( County). — For obtaining two watches by false pretences — A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion pale, hair and slight moustache light brown, eyes blue; dress, black single- breasted overcoat, grey trousers, black hard hat, carried a slate- coloured mackintosh, and handbag. He represented that he was a watch repairer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ravenhall, Warwick. WILTSHIRE. 41.— Chippenham { County). — For non- payment of maintenance arrears — HENRY HEAVEN, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache ginger, eyes grey, birthmark under left jaw, scar on fore- head, left forefinger stiff. A quarry man ; native of Corsham, Wilts. Supposed to have gone to Wales; may be found working in a coal mine or at builders' yards. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. WORCES TERSHIRE. 42.— Kings Heath ( County).— Yon stealing, 18th ult., at Kings Norton, a heifer ( recovered) — WALTER CORNWELL, alias BAKER and CONWAY, age 23, height 5 ft, 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, right forefinger deformed ; dress, black jacket, corduroy trousers, black hard hat. A groom ; native of Alcester. Has been previously convicted of sheep stealing. Information to Supt. Chare, Kings Heath. 43.— Stourport ( County).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Martley Union— ALFRED THOMPSON, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and heavy moustache brown, limps slightly, wearing a truss; dress, dark suit. A labourer; has been in the Army. Was accompanied by a youth, age 15 : dress, dark jacket and vest, light cord trousers. Supposed gone to Wales. Warrant issued. 44.— Stourport ( County).— For deserting his wife, leaving her chargeable to the Martley Union— WALTER ROWLEY, age 31, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., middle finger of 1 hand crooked, cut scar over left eyebrow. A farm labourer; may be working as a bricklayer's labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Long, Stourport. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 45.— Wakefield ( City).— For stealing a " Star " roadster bicycle, black enamelled, brake and mudguards, odd back mudguard, lined with gold, Dunlop front tyre, Fleetwood back, cork handles, celluloid tips, rat- trap pedals— JACK DIXON, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., moustache brown, good teeth, of smart appearance; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap. Stated he was a railway fireman ; had with him a boy age 4. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wake- field. 46.— York ( City).— For stealing £ 9 15s. 0d., 24th ult.— THOMAS LEES, age 28, height about 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, hair and eyes dark, moustache light brown, large nose with scar on bridge; dress, black coat and vest, navy blue trousers, dark tie, black hard felt hat, strong lace boots. A native of Nottingham ; was employed as a labourer at the Army Ordnance Stores. Warrant issued. 47.— York ( City).— For obtaining by false pretences, 20th ult., a watch ( recovered) — MARGARET PENNY, alius NURSE STEWART, age 35 to 40, medium height, hair dark, marks on cheeks and nose. Is accompanied by A MAN, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, clean shaved; dress, black overcoat and suit, soft felt hat, carried a small black bag. She calls at clergymen's houses and endeavours to engage schoolrooms, under the pretence of giving enter- tainments to children. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Burrow, York. waterproof, light tweedjcap,* lace boots, supposed dark jacket and trousers. A farm servant; native of Aberdeenshire. Was liberated on licence from Peterhead Prison 11th September last. Register No. 636- 00. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gordon, Falkirk. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 37.— Newport ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— ERNEST PRICE, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion ruddy, round features, hair light brown, slight moustache light; dress, long dark 6£ in., complexion fresh, round red face, hair brown, moustache ginger, eyes ( rather small) blue, freckles on face and hands, short quick step ; dress, black diagonal coat and vest, dark grey trousers, brown cap, had with him a black mackin- tosh. Was employed in the officers' mess. Ab- sconded 4th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. grey overcoat, dark jacket and vest, light cord breeches, brown leather leggings, black bowler hat. Has been employed in delivering bread; native of Newport. May enlist. Absconded 9th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, New- port. STIRLINGSHIRE. 38.— Falkirk ( County).— For stealing, 16th ult., £ 24 3s., including 1 £ 5 note and 13 £ 1 notes— GEORGE GALL, or GAULD, age 35, height 5 ft. 5f in., complexion fresh, hair brown, small moustache, eyes dark blue ; ' dress, grey DENBIGHSHIRE. 35.— Denbigh ( County).— For sheep stealing at Ruthin— ANDREW POOLE, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion ruddy, full round face, hair dark, whiskers and moustache ( inclined to sandy) brown, eyes hazel, lump on head, stoops slightly, slovenly gait; dress, grey tweed suit, black hard felt hat. A farmer ; native of Torhousemoor, Wigtown. Absconded 1st ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. HAMPSHIRE. 36.— Gosport ( County).— For stealing, 4th ult., from the R. M. L. I. Barracks, at Forton, £ 100 (" including 8 £ 5 notes, Nos. 38890, 38761, 38908, 37004, 38910, 38895, 38889, and 38899)— HENRY GEORGE PEARMAN, alias THOMAS HARRISON, age 40, looks younger, height 5 ft. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1901. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 48.— F Division « — 29th ult., by shopbreak- ing, 31 gold Alberts ( 3 gentlemen's 9 ct. double open curb, Nos. 107, 130, 142; 1 do. 10 ct., 101; 2 gentlemen's 9 ct. double close curb, Nos. 132, 144 ; 2 do. fetter link, 133, 140 ; 1 do. fetter and knot, 145 ; 1 do., with seal pendant, 153; 1 do. fancy chain, 146; 1 gentleman's 10 ct., single, fetter and 1 oval, 104 ; 2 do. 9 ct., fetter and five ovals, Nos. 105, 113; 1 do. 9 ct., knot and twisted fetter, 112 ; 1 do., knot and fetter alternate, 126 ; 1 do. 15 ct., 136 ; 1 do., fetter and three ovals, 139; 1 lady's 9 ct., Prince of Wales and melon, 111; 1 do., birdcage and ball, 115; 1 do., Alma link, ball and tassel, 127 ; 1 do., twisted fetter and knot, with seal, 134 ; 1 do., 3- strand and tassels, 148 ; 1 do., 2- strand and tassels, 149 ; 1 15 ct., Alma link and ball, 116 ; 1 do. 15 ct., Brazilian snake, 118 ; 1 do. 9 ct., Prince of Wales, drop and tassel, 124; 1 do., Prince of Wales and 3 mounts, 125 ; 1 do., Prince of Wales and ball, 147 ; 1 do., 2- strand, Prince of Wales, diamond heart attached, 150; 1 do. 15 ct., curb with pearl ball, 119); 27 ladies' gold guards ( 1 Prince of Wales' links, set opals and crystals, 114 ; 1 9 ct., trace chain, set pearls, 149; 1 15 ct., small trace, set turquoise, 150; 1 10 ct.; Prince of Wales, set turquoise, 164 ; 1 9 ct., curb and ball, 114 ; 1 do., plain curb, 118 ; 1 10 ct. do., 162 ; 1 15 ct., trace and balls, 128 ; 1 9 ct., trace, oval links, 135 ; 1 do., machine woven, 136 ; 1 do., Prince of Wales and melon, 138 ; 1 do., fetter and five ovals, 142 ; 1 do., trace, 143 ; 1 do., Alma and pillars, 153; 1 do., beaded, 113; 1 do., trace and ring, 115 ; 1 do., twist and fetter, 122 ; 1 15 ct., trace and fancy bead, 145; 1 do., Prince of Wales, 159 ; 1 10 ct., wheatear, 160; 1 10 ct., knot pattern, 161; 1 do., fetter and knot, 163 ; 1 do., Prince of Wales, 165); 1 eyeglass, 10 ct., trace, 111; 1 do., 9 ct., beaded, 113 ; 1 do., trace and ring, 115 ; 1 do., twist and fetter, 122 ; 106 bracelets ( 1 flexible 9 ct. gold curb, set tur- quoise, 111; 4 do., set turquoise and pearls, Nos. 164, 250, 255, 256; 1 do., pearl heart in centre, 166; 1 do., fetter and I curb, set turquoise and pearls, 251; 15 do., with padlocks, Nos. 105, 106, 107, 109, 153, 154, 155, 159, 161, 225, 276, 325, 343, 204, 218 ; 2 do., children's, Nos. 266, 268; 3 do., snap fastening, Nos. 116,227, 328 ; 1 flexible 9 ct., curb and ring pattern, 345 ; 1 do., open ourb, 346 ; 1 do., fancy curb and link, 289; 1 do., flat curb, 291; 1 flexible 9 ct., curb with 4 hearts thereon, 219 ; 1 stiff 9 ct., engraved band, 121; 1 do., knot in centre, 124; 1 do., half round, 125 ; 1 do., half double curb, 126 ; 2 do., twisted pattern, Nos. 130,307; 1 do., plain band, 169 ; 1 do., fancy and beaded, 173 ; 1 do., hollow twist, 176 ; 1 do., twisted front, 181; 3 do., twist and beaded, Nos. 182, 171, 177; 2 do., twisted wire, Nos. 184, 187 ; 2 do., child's plain, Nos. 191,196; 2 flexible 15 ct. curb, padlock fastening, Nos. 260, 261; 1 do., snap fastening, 262 ; 1 do., fancy link, 114 ; 1 do., 15 ct., cable, 119; 1 do., hammered and bright, 142 • 1 stiff 9 ct., hollow tube, 192; 1 do., curb, 194 ; 3 do., engraved half round, Nos. 199, 294, 229 ; 2 do., wicker pattern, Nos. 335, 245 ; 1 do., plait and plain, 292 ; 1 stiff 9 ct., twist and plain, 298 ; 2 do., plain band, Nos. 299, 300 ; 1 do., plain half round, 301 ; 1 do., chased and plain twist, 305 ; 1 do., plain lunette band, 306 ; 1 do., plain lunette beaded sides, 310; 1 do., twist front and wire, 315; 1 do., square edge engraved, 317; 1 do., plaited wire, 321 ; 1 do., engraved buckle, 329; 2 do., bamboo pattern, Nos. 234, 330; 1 do., bangle with 1 bell, 338 ; 1 do., bangle with 5 bells, 341; 1 do., twisted wire, 365 ; 1 do., plain band, square edge, 232 ; 1 do. 15 ct., fancy and beaded, 172; 1 do., fancy front, 174; 2 do., fancy twisted wire, Nos. 185, 186; 1 do., plain band, square edge, 183; 1 do., 3 hearts attached, 239 ; 1 do., set diamond and sapphire crescent on bar, 139; 1 do., tablet, set 1 diamond, 140; 1 do., pearl band and'diamond heart, 146 ; 1 do., 5- stone diamond band, 147 ; 1 stiff 15 ct., diamond trefoil on plain lap over band, 175 ; 1 15 ct. twist, diamond centre, pearl shoulders, 180; 1 do. band, set pearls, 210; 1 do. bangle, set pearl rosette, 241; 1 do., set pearls and diamonds, 242; 1 do., boat shape, set 15 pearls, 246 ; 1 15 ct. square band, set diamonds and rubies, 320 ; 1 do. band, diamond shamrock thereon, 339 ; 2 stiff 9 ct., horseshoe, set pearls, Nos. 188, 237 ; 1 do., twist centre, set turquoise, 228 ; 1 do., fancy pattern, set pearls, 231; I do., set diamonds and sapphires. 313; 1 do., set diamonds and rubies, 314; 1 do., twist, set five brilliants, 179); 39 pairs gold links ( 2 pairs, set onyx, Nos. 113, 164; 1 carbuncle and torpedo, 114; 2 9 ct., set pearls and turquoise, Nos. 180, 181; 2 dumb- bell and heart, Nos. 101, 121; 1 oval, engraved, 102; 1 oval engraved and plain, 103; 1 bean shaped, 101; 1 small bun and dumb- bell, 119 ; 19 ct., oval hammered and dumb- bell, 120 ; 1 enamel and bar, 132; 1 square engraved, 136 ; 1 engraved bun and torpedo, 139 ; 1 torpedo, 156 ; 1 bamboo and bun, 171; 1 fronted oval, 173; 1 plain oval, 175; 1 bun and torpedo, 176 ; 1 bun and lozenge engraved, 183; 1 flat torpedo en- graved, 181; 2 10 ct. torpedo, Nos. 185, 106 ; 1 do. torpedo and bean engraved, 107 ; 4 15 ct. oval engraved, Nos. 109, 110,111,117; 1 egg- shaped engraved, 108 ; 1 bun- shaped plain, 115 ; 1 bun and torpedo, 118 ; 1 plain, 148 ; I solid plain, 160 ; 1 hammered and plain, 168; 1 18 ct. bun and lozenge, 116; 2 solid plain, Nos. 143, 179 ; 1 pair flat, hollow torpedo, 112; 6 gold match boxes ( 1 oval plain, 103 inside; 1 square do., 105 ; 3 en- graved, Nos. 112, 115,116; 1 plain, 117); 4 gold necklets ( 1 9 ct. Prince of Wales pattern, 117; 1 do., trace, 121; 1 do., bead, 127; 1 10 ct., trace, 137); 18 gold pendants ( 1 heart- shape, set pearls, 101: 1 round do., set cluster of pearls, 102 ; 1 do., set cluster of pearls and turquoise, 103 ; 1 do., set pearls, 118; 2 star, set pearls, Nos. 120,241; 2 do., set pearls and turquoise, Nos. 239, 240; 1 do., with necklet, set pearls and diamonds, 103; 1 padlock, 15 ct., set pearls, 123; 5 round do., set turquoise and pearls, Nos. 128, 154, 158, 156, 319 ; 1 star do., set pearl and diamond, 160 ; 1 heart do., set pearls and turquoise inrows, 238 ; 1 Trilby heart do., in. across, 252); 3 sovereign purses ( 1 double, 106 inside ; 1 fluted single, 107; 1 plain do., 108); 82 gold brooches ( 1 9 ct. wish- bone and swallow, set diamonds, 242; 1 do., scroll and ring, set turquoise, 248; 1 do., scroll, set turquoise and pearls, 266 ; 2 do., dove safety- pin, set pearls, Nos. 311,312; 1 do. horseshoe pin, set pearls, 318; 2 do. do., set pearls and turquoises, Nos. 330, 621; 1 do., swallow, set pearls, 333; 1 do., safety- pin, set turquoise, 386 ; 2 do. do., set turquoise and pearls, Nos. 582, 620; 1 do. do., heart, set turquoise, 391; 2 do. do., scroll, set turquoise, Nos. 475, 482 ; 1 do. do., double scroll, set turquoise, 481; 3 do. do., heart, set pearls, Nos. 515, 516, 517 ; 3 do. do., heart, set 1 pearl, Nos. 519, 520, 619 ; 1 do. do., heart, set turquoise, 571 ; 1 do. do., trefoil, set turquoise and pearls, 583; 1 do., oval, set onyx and pearl, 594 ; 1 do., double wire heart, set tur- quoise, 487 ; 1 do., wishbone, heart and arrow, set ruby, 498 ; 1 15 ct. horseshoe with frog, set pearls, 119 ; 1 do., dagger with ribbon, set pearls, 123 ; 1 do., crescent and bar, set pearls, 125; 1 do., double bar and leaf, set pearls, 132; 1 do., 2 wings, set pearl cluster between, 130; 1 do., double bar, set 3 pearls, 185 ; 1 do., round, set 1 pearl in centre, 226 ; 1 do., small crescent, set pearls, 227; 1 do., bar, set ruby, sapphire and diamond, 230; 1 do., scroll, set turquoise and pearls, 305 ; 1 do., heart and spray, set turquoise and pearls, 308; 1 do., heart, set pearls and rubies, 324 ; 1 do. do., set pearls and turquoise, 392 ; 1 do., horseshoe, set pearls and onyx, 415; 1 do., safety- pin swallow, set pearls, 451; 1 do. do., wishbone, set turquoise, 452 ; 1 do. do., scroll, set pearls and ruby, 458 ; 1 do., buckle, set pearl and turquoise, 489 ; 1 do., star, set pearl in centre, 525; 1 do., spray and dove, set pearls, 530; 1 do., double heart on knife edge bar, set pearls, 552 ; 2 double bar and horseshoe, Nos. 199, 264; 1 safety- pin, crescent and star, 213; 1 bar and ring, 245; 1 swallow on bar, 250; * 1 fancy, 258 ; 1 curb, 260 ; 1 small do., 261; 1 fancy bar, 272 ; 1 double dove on safety- pin, 313; 1 hollow curb, 356; 1 twist bar and ball, 363; 1 twist bar and horse- shoe, 369 ; 1 hunting > horn, 372; 1 wish- bone, 376; 1 swallow and enamel shamrock, 378; 1 double scroll, 503 ; 1 solid scroll and bead, 506 ; 1 solid scroll, 507 ; 1 bee on safety- pin, 514 ; 1 2 swallows on bar, 564; 1 bow watch brooch, 572 ; 1 bar and horseshoe, 598 ; 1 bar and rosette, 605 ; 1 10 ct. gold heart safety- pin, 586; 2 15 ct. hunting crop, Nos. 396, 397 ; 1 do., curb and bead, 398 ; 1 do., scroll safety pin, 400 ; 1 do., fancy bar, 221 ; 1 do., small oval, 417 ; 1 do., dove and ivy leaf, 442 ; 1 do., dove, ivy leaf, and butter- fly, 443; 1 do., horn, tipped platinum, 527); 38 gold rings ( 9 9 ct. twist, Nos. 410, 423, 581, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 588; 2 do., signet, Nos. 411, 421; 3 do., solid twist, Nos. 426, 432, 436 ; 2 do., solid signet shield, Nos. 589, 591 ; 2 do., set ruby and pearls, Nos. 449, 597; 2 do., plain wire, set turquoise, Nos. 632, 633; 1 do., set 1 diamond, clear setting, 548; 1 do., do., star setting, 549 ; 1 do., scroll, set turquoise, 630; 1 do., hammered and scroll, set pearls, 631; 1 18 ct. lady's signet, set bloodstone, 448 ; 1 do., heart, set diamonds, 310; 1 single stone diamond, 121; 2 gipsy set diamonds, Nos. 544, 162 ; 2 single stone diamond, star setting, Nos. 211, 238 ; 1 heart, set 1 diamond, 242 ; 1 set coral and pearls, 248; 1 set pearl and turquoise, 265 ; 1 set pearl and ruby, 288; 2 set garnets and pearls, Nos. 296, 303; 1 cheap gem, 450); 1 pair pearl cluster earrings, 115; 1 gold heart locket, set pearls, a turquoise and diamond forget- me- not in corner. The numbers for the chains are on brass tabs attached, but scratched on all other articles. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DERBYSHIRE. 49.— Chesterfield { Borough). — Between 21st and 22nd ult., 9 silver Geneva watches; 17 gold Alberts; 6 long gold guards ; 12 long gold guards ( filled); 33 9, 15, and 18 ct. gold signet rings ; 35 wedding rings ; 33 9 and 18 ct. keepers; 39 gold seals ; 27 9 and 15 ct. brooches; about 12 gold- cased bracelets— all new ; 3 silver levers, Nos. 93635, 6808, 171116; 1 silver Geneva, No. 285762. Information to Chief Constable Kilpatrick, Chesterfield. HAMPSHIRE. bo.— Portsmouth { Borough).— 22nd ult., by housebreaking, a gold signet ring, crest ( pelican on nest feeding young); 1 small gold pencil case, calendar thereon ; 1 pair gold pince- nez ; 1 small gold seal, light colour stone, engraved ; 1 gold open face watch, white dial, long fine gold neckcbain attached ; 1 round gold brooch, raised centre; 1 pair gold ear- drops ; 1 £ 5 note, bearing the stamp of Wilts and Dorset Bank, Fareham Branch. 13th ult., a silver English lever half- hunter watch, No. 78891, monogram " W. J. F." on case; 1 silver Albert, curb pattern, small compass attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 51 — Southampton { Borough).— 21st ult., by housebreaking, a lady's gold ring, leaves en- graved thereon ; 1 do. double case silver watch, gold chain attached ; 1 silver chain, tassel at end ; 1 gold keeper ring; 1 15 ct. gold dress ring, set 5 white pearls; 1 jet brooch, gold edge; 1 silver brooch, Salisbury Cathedral thereon; 1 oval silver brooch, clasped back with photograph ; 1 pair gold faced links. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 52.— Leominster { County).— 24th ult., by housebreaking, at Hatfield, a lady's gold consular Geneva lever watch, No. 50846. Information to Supt. Price, Leominster. HER TFORDSHIRE. 53.— Watford { County).— 19th ult., by house- breaking, a gold locket, plain on one side, raised cross on other, photograph of a lady inside; 1 coral seal, hand- shape, set in gold, light colour stone at end, " Burgess Hill" thereon ; 1 gold horseshoe pin, set rubies and diamonds; 1 gold pin, with head to represent Flora, the goddess of flowers ; 1 set gold links, engraved ; 1 gold pencil, engraved ; 2 silver watches ( 1 chased back, other plain, second hands)— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, heavy moustache dark ; dress, dark or blue overcoat, dark trousers, hard hat. Represented himself as an agent for a window - cleaning company. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 54.— Wrens Cross { County).— 14th ult., at Harrietsham, a lady's silver Geneva watch, chased back, small silver link chain attached ; 1 silver Geneva watch ; 1 do. keyle? s ; 1 18 ct. gold keeper ring; 1 pair small gold earrings, drop pattern ; 4 silver brooches ( 1 square, set red and blue Jersey pebbles ; 1 diamond shape ; 1 round, with stone in centre ; 1 a two- shilling piece); 1 metal teapot, eagle knob on lid ; part of a silver chain with lion shilling attached ; 1 black coat and vest; 3 pairs trousers ( 1 dark ; 1 light blue plaid ; 1 dark grey) ; 1 pair lace boots, size 9. Information to Supt. Jessup, Wrens Cross, Maid- stone. 55 — Cravesend { Borough).— 15th ult., 2 cast iron gulley grates, 2 ft. long, 1 ft. 9 in. wide, 2 in. deep ; I pair of pictures ( views of the Isle of Wight); a quantity of women's underlinen, marked " Johnson " in ink. 25th ult., a lady's silver Geneva watch, " M. R." engraved on back, small silver twisted pattern chain attached. Information to Chief Constable Tho'riiton, Gravesend. LANCASHIRE. 5G.— Bootle { Borough).— 20th ult., by house- breaking, a ladies' gold Geneva watch, No. 15706, " Cilindre Huit Rubies" on dome, white dial, black figures ; 1 do. silver Geneva keyless watch, No. 89352, white dial, black figures; 1 do. 9 ct. long gold watch chain, cable pattern ; 1 do. 15 ct. gold watch chain, twisted pattern; 1 do. silver Albert, twisted pattern, tassels at end ; 1 do silver Albert, snake pattern, in form of a chatelaine ; 1 oval gold brooch, raised centre, set diamond, glass TUESDAY, JANUABY 15, 1901. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 at back ; 1 9 ct. gold brooch, bar pattern, bird set with diamonds thereon; 1 old- fashioned do., set with a cameo and figure of a head thereon ; 3 silver thimbles ( one chased, others plain); 1 pair of gold earrings, set with cluster of pearls, diamond in centre; 1 pair of old- fashioned do., bell shape ; 1 9 ct. gold bracelet ( chased), fastens with snap and gold chain ; 1 gold pendant, bow shape ; 4 ladies' gold rings, 1 18 ct. claw, dress, set diamonds and rubies; 1 9 ct. dress, with turquoise in claw setting; 1 9 ct. dress, set turquoise and pearls; 1 9 ct. clasp ( has been repaired); 1 18 ct. gold locket, shape of two horseshoes in front ( one shoe set with pearls, the other turquoise); 1 silver locket, " E. A. G." engraved on front; 1 small gold locket; 1 gold pencil case ; 2 silver table spoons ( one chased on back of handle, the other plain) ; 5 silver tea • spoons, " H." engraved on handles; 1 silver necklet, flat link pattern, alternate links chased ; 1 silver lid for smelling bottle, chased, about the size of a sixpence ; 1 silver medal ( initials " E. J. G." on one side, " First prize, Bootle Gymnasium, 1892," on other); 1 silver rattle, two rows of silver bells, and whistle, with • coral handle ; 1 new leather purse, khaki colour, with gilt mounts ; 4 electro- plated dinner forks; > 6 do. dessert forks. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. SHROPSHIRE. .17.— Whitchurch ( County).— Between 19th and 27th ult., a George IV. sovereign, dated 1837; 2 George III. half- sovereigns; 1 Queen Anne six- pence ; 1 George III. crown piece ; 4 George IV. Lion shillings; 12 Victoria godless florins, dated 1849 ; 1 ICruger shilling ; 1 1897 Jubilee medal; several pieces of Maundy money; and German, Swiss, Belgian and Chinese silver coins ; 1 bronze Liverpool penny ; and an Irish token. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 58.— K Division.— 31st ult., a bay mare, age 6 years, 16 hands, long mane and tail, slight sand crack on off hind hoof, hair slightly rubbed off under saddle, in good condition. Value £ 50. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ANIMALS, & c., FOUND. WILTSHIRE. 59.— Warminster ( County).— 6th ult., at Monkton Deverill, a grey mare, aged, 15 hands, sore shoulders, recently shod. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster. WORCESTERSHIRE. i') 0.— Sparkhill ( County).— 28th November last, a brown pony, aged, 13 hands, long mane and tail, star on forehead, sore caused by saddle, in rough condition. Information to Inspector Griffin, Sparkhill. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND CUMBERLAND. 61.— Whitehaven ( County).— 25th ult., on the beach at Nethertown, the body of A MAN, age 40 to 50, length 5 ft. 8 in., hair, whiskers, and moustache black, tips of 1st and 3rd fingers left hand deficient, 1 tooth only in upper jaw ; dress, new overall, velvet collar, blue serge coat, black serge vest, grey woollen singlet, broad red binding, grey woollen shirt with a gold topped stud therein, blue stockings, grey llannel pants ( blue hemmed), Wellington boots ; found in pockets, 1 knife, " Howarth, Sheffield," on blade. Appear- ance of a seaman, was wearing a life- belt, " 11/ 98" in red paint thereon. 26th ult., the body of A MAN, age about 23, length 5 ft. 8 in., full round face, hair light, clean shaved; dress, blue jersey, light grey vest, dark brown twilled trousers, small red woollen muffler, blue woollen pants, light shirt with black and red stripes, marone stockings, overall jacket, oilskin overall trousers. Appearance of a seaman. 26th ult., on the beach at Drigg, the body of A MAN, age about 30, length about 5 ft. 6 in complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown heart inside right forearm, crucifixion outside right upper arm, sailor outside right forearm, ship in full sail, " Steadfast" underneath, inside left upper arm, " A. K. F. B." inside left forearm ; dress, brown tweed jacket and trousers, black serge vest, 2 mufflers ( 1 red, 1 white), blue jersey, white woollen pants with blue stripes, blue cotton shirt blue and white striped undershirt, bound red braid at neck, black stockings, Wellington boots 2 oilskin coats ( 1 yellow, 1 black). Appearance of a seaman ; was wearing a lifebelt. Information to Supt. Kelly, Whitehaven. MISCELLANEOUS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 62.— F DivisionU— Description of 2 gentle men's bicycles, supposed unlawfully obtained. 1st, a black enamelled, diamond frame, " Henry Alcock, Jun., 121 Cromer Street, Gray's Inn Road, Leader Speed Cycle " on head, " Leader " in gold letters on centre bar, 1898 Dunlop tyres, Westwood rims, drop handle bar, new cork grips, white tips, B. S. A. fittings, Brooks's saddle, brown leather saddle cover, No. 1 Corbin bell, 18 in. black celluloid pump, fastened to top bar by 2 straps ; the other a black enamelled, diamond frame, double top bar, " J. Barnes, 224 New North Road, Royal Acme" on head, A. W. Lloyd's fittings, Middlemore saddle, The Century bag attached, containing 2 B. S. A. wrenches, 1 King Dick screw hammer, 1 tyre remover and a connecting tube, flat handle bar, brake attached. These bicycles were left at Reading Station, G. W. R., on 18th October last by A MAN, who gave the name of G. WOOD, and who afterwards had them forwarded to Paddington Station, where they still remain. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 63 — Metropolitan Police District, T Division. — HAROLD ST. RUTH, Case No. 5, 6th April, 1900. 64.— Derbyshire, Chesterfield ( Borough).— PATRICK KELLY, Case No. 15, 28th ult. 65.— Hampshire, Winchester ( City). — CHAS. GEO. HOLMES, Office No. 3237- 00, Case 19, 14th ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 68.— Hull ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS SILVESTER, Office No. 2270- 00, age 44, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, brown birthmark right thigh, mole left foot, scar left temple, left upper arm and left little finger. A labourer ; native of Alford, Lincolnshire. Sentenced at York Assizes, 27th November, 1896, to 5 years penal servitude for carnal knowledge. Licenced 28th August last. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Hull. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 69.— J Division.— 1st inst., by housebreak- ing, a lady's gold Geneva watch, blue and pink flowers enamelled on back; 1 gold }- plate English lever watch, 18 ct. gold cases, " J. Dilger, 35 Percival Street, Clerkenwell," on works ; 1 lady's gold chain, Prince of Wales' pattern; 1 18 ct. gold single stone diamond ring, large stone; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 3 large diamonds ; 1 lady's gold single stone diamond ring; 1 lady's mourning ring, set pearl surrounded with diamonds, " In Memory of " in gold letters thereon; 1 garnet necklet, set in gold, with gold cross pendant; 1 gold locket and chain, locket set with star of rose diamonds; 1 round gold brooch, set diamond in centre; 1 black japanned tin cash- box. 70.— W Division.— 3rd inst., by house, breaking, 2 ladies' gold watches ( 1 chased back- minus glass ; 1 Geneva, chased back, No. 14009) ; 1 lady's long gold neck chain; 1 lady's gold Albert, twist pattern, tassel attached; 2 pebble bracelets, set in silver; 1 gold wedding ring; 1 lady's gold ring, set white stone, joined together ; 1 lady's Australian gold ring, set 3 garnets; 4 pairs of earrings ( 1 pair of green stone cross, set silver ; 1 red coral drop, set gold ; 1 tiger claws, set gold ; 1 gold ball, chased). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 71.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 2nd inst., from a fishing smack, a pair of dark twill trousers; 1 cloth cap ; 1 pair Wellington boots— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and moustache light, wearing blue jacket, guernsey, supposed stolen trousers. A fisherman. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate. SUSSEX ( East). 72.— Hastings ( Borough).— A pair of ivory and gold- plated opera glasses, black case, opens equally in halves — Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved, several large warts on hands: dress, light drab suit, dark blue muffler with red stripes, bluish soft felt hat. Stated he was a carpenter. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. LANCASHIRE. 66.— Chorley ( County).— For stealing a pair of boots ( recovered) and a sleeved vest— JAMES GREEN, age 18, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair ( ratker long) black, large head, appears to be of weak intellect; dress, sleeved vest, dark trousers, grey scarf, clogs. A farm labourer. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 67. Roohdale ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, 1st inst.— CHARLES ANDERSON, alias FREDERICK GEORGE WILLS, & c., Office No. 2962- 98, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, false upper teeth ; wears a dark grey over- coat with large buttons, black hard felt hat, stand- up collar, dark bow tie, tan gloves, carried an umbrella. See Case No. 28, 28th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barry, Roch- dale. SUSSEX ( West). 73.— Petworth ( County).— During the night of the 30th ult., from the bookstall at Pulborougli Railway Station, 30 to 40 books, including " Master Christian," Who's Who," " Active Ser- vice," Wellington's Men," and " Long live the King," chiefly marked 6s. Information to Supt. Read, Petworth. PROPERTY RECOVERED. SURREY. 74.— Chertsey ( County).— Bicycle, Case No. 105, 19th October last. APPREHENSION. 75.— Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe ( Borough). — JOSEPPE QUAL- ANGENLO, Case No. 12, 18th May last. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1901. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. 0. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. 0. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No., and Force Desiring Capture. AGE. LICHNCE- HOLDERS. JOSEPH SHERLOCK, alias JOSEPH TURNER, JOSEPH HARRIS, WILLIAM BREWSTER, JOSEPH McDONALD, and JOSEPH WILLIAMS. 2391- 98 C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant HENRY WATSON, alius WILLIAM HARRIS, JAMES SAUNDERS, WIL- LIAM BROWN, and WILLIAM AN- DREWS. 2052- 00. C. O. Sentence ex- pired. Warrant issued. PATRICK O'LEARY. 2328- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant issued. HARRY K. C. SMITH, alias CHARLES HENRY GREEN. 2953- 00. C. O. JAMES DONOVAN, alias ROBERT MAX- WELL. 2869- 00. C. O. HENRY WALLACE, alius JAMES TAY- LOR. PATRICK WALSH, and CORNE- LIUS O'SHAUGHNESSEY. 3157- 00. C. O. ROBERT WILLIAMS, alias GEORGE GIBSON. 2947- 00. C. O. JOHN JOHNSON, alias JOHN LIPMAN, EDWARD OXLEY, JOHN HILTON. i ANDREW MELVILLE. CHARLES JENKINS, and WILLIAMS. 3042- 00. C. O. WILLIAM LEAGAS. alias WILLIAM LEGUS, WILLIAM NEGUS, WILLIAM LEAGUS, and GEORGE JONES. 1822- 00. C. O. WILLIAM WOOLFORD. 956- 00. C. O. THOMAS WHEELER, alias RICHARD CLEMENTS. GEORGE SMITH, and RICHARD SHAW. 2651- 00. C. O. 49 48 34 37 27 25 32 53 30 33 30 HEIGHT. 5 64 5 6{ 5 5 5 3 5 5J COM. WILLIAM BERRY, alias KERRY. 2660- 00. C. O. THOMAS 26 HARRY TOWNER. 1735- 00. C. O. 23 JAMES FREDERICK PARKER, alias 31 JAMES DONOVAN, JAMES DELA- NEY JOHN DITTON, and JOHN McDONALD. 2803- 00. C. O. ROBERT McKENZIE. alias THOMAS 27 DAVIS. 3273- 00. C. O. JOSEPH WALKER, alias JOSEPH WIL- 48 LIAMSON. JOHN WALKER, and JOSEPH WILLIAMS. 2946- 00. C. O. WILLIAM HENRY STRINGER, alia* 42 WILLIAM SKINNER, and WALTER HENRY SMITH. 2389- 98. C. O. ALBERT MARSH, alias ALBERT ED- 27 WARD MARSH. 2970- 00. Bradford ( City). Warrant issued. THOMAS WILLIAM LUNT. alias 30 THOMAS RALPH. THOMAS ROLF, and PATRICK McMANUS. 1560- 00. Liverpool ( City). WILLIAM THOMAS BURMAN SPEAR- 42 ING. 2766- 00. Chatham ( County). SUPERVISEES. 5 1J 5 4} 6 0 5 6 5 5 5 8 5 4 5 3i 6 0 5 6i 5 4 5 5| 5 5^ sallow fresh dark fresh fresh fresh fresh fair fresh dk bin ( thin) (. dk brn ( trng grey) dk brn grey catar- act It) dk brn dk brn brn brn EYES. REMARKS. dk brn hazel grey blue brn blue grey grev ( bald) brn blue sallow ^ dk brn grey fresh dk brn I brn fresh brn fresh brn dark brn hazel fresh pale swthv sallow fresh dark brn grey Birthmark from navel running up chest, over shoulders and down back ; scar on nose, 3 It forearm, and 4 It shin Scar rt eyebrow, bridge of nose, and rt of chest; both big toe nails deformed Wreath, dot and indistinct mark rt, anchor It forearm, bracelet It wrist Scar each forearm. It thumb, and rt of forehead ; mole rt of neck and 2 rt of chest Scar rt cheek ; back pock- marked ; ring 2 It linger, faint tattoo marks It forearm ; rt ankle deformed : leg shorter It : hare lip Lt ear deformed ; 2 birthmarks on back ; H W It and anchor rt forearm Scar lt wrist, back lt hand, lt forearm, and on nose ; blue mark lt wrist; dot between each thumb and finger Scar rt of forehead, lt of neck and each ankle : lost part of lt ear Scar lt eyebrow It of forehead, chin, rt thumb, and 3 rt forearm : mole lt of chest Scar below rt ear and on lt wrist : mole lt eyelid, back neck, below rt nipple, and front rt shoulder Scar lt of forehead, below lt ear, and corner lt eyebrow : dot rt wrist Birthmark lt upper arm : L S I, stroke, and 2 dots lt and 2 dots rt forearm ; C P C It and anchor rt wrist North London Sessions. 15th December, 1890. 10 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 12th August, 1898. ZHQ 1181. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. blue Scar bridge of nose, each thumb, and lt knee blue dk gry grey Sc lt elbow, rt forearm, and It, of head : head : rt wrist been fractured mole lt of fore- lrn gry dk brn ( bald) black brn brn grey dk brn ( bald) GEORGE BENSON, alias GEORGE KEL- SON, JOHN JONES. WILLIAM JOHN- SON, GEORGE ROCKSON. GEORGE WESTBURY, JOHN HATTON, WIL- LIAM CLOVE. EDWARD WALKER. CHARLES HARRIS. HENRY THOMAS, and GEORGE WILSON. 1742- 00. C. O. THOMAS PARKER, alias CHARLES WILLIAMS. THOMAS MCCARTHY, THOMAS GEORGE ROBINSON THOMAS LAMBERT. HENRY, MATTHEWS, THOMAS SMITH, and THOMAS READY. 1383- 98. C. O. 71 5 3 dark 40 5 6 Ship in full sail, SIDNEY MARSHALL, sailor with flag each hand, star " with anchor in centre lt, FANY. 151. CHARLEY MARSHALL, and 94 rt forearm : J H S E R A L. LOVE, crossed flags. 2 stars and anchor lt, crossed flags rt hand Scar bridge of nose and 2 rt of back ; face, chest, and back pock- marked Scar It forearm, rt wrist, and rt eyebrow ; 2 moles rt forearm : nose pock- marked ; cupping marks lt of chest grey Scar lt of nose and below lobe of rt ear : marks rt forearm faint tattoo Scar rt jaw. centre of forehead, back, neck, lt wrist, and rt forearm North London Sessions, 25th July, 1892, 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for receiving. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 25th July, 1900. O S 186. North London Sessions, 18th March, 1895, 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for larceny ( person). Licenced 3rd August, 1899. S V 306. Middlesex Sessions, 9th January, 1897, 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 26th October, 1900. T X 531. Central Criminal Court, 25th July, 1898, 3 years penal servitude for lobberv. Licenced 29th October, 1900. Y 338. Central Criminal Court, 25th July, 1898, 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 24th November, 1900 Y 339. Central Criminal Court, 25th January, 1895, 5 year? penal servitude for sacrilege. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 5th November, 1900, which expires 25th February, 1901. V 65. Leicester, 1st November, 1877, penal servitude for life for attempted murder. Licence revoked. Liberated on 4th licence 10th November, 1900 U D 5. North London Sessions, 5th April. 1898,3 years penal / servitude for larceny ( person). Licenced 10th July, 1900. S Y 426. Devizes, 11th January, 1898, 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 12th April, 1900. Y 19. Middlesex Scs.- ions, 16th February, 1895, 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licence re- voked. Liberated on 2nd licence 6tn October, 1900, which expires 24th January, 1901. P V 43l! Vliddlesex Sessions, 11th April, 1896. 6 years penal servitude and 4 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 4th October, 1900. W 145. Central Criminal Court, 28th March. 1898, 3 years penal servitude for robbery with violence. Licenced 28th June, 1900. Y 152. Central Criminal Court, 20th May, 1895, 6 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for burglary. Licenced 22nd October. 1900, which expires 3rd July, 1902. R V 159. Central Criminal Court, 9th December, 1895, 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for burglary. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 8th December. 1900. which expires 15th February. 1901. T V 417. Hertford, 6th February. 1896, 5 years penal servi- tude for fraud. Licence forfeited. Liberated on 2nd licence 1st November. 1900, which expires 5th February, 1901. W 35. Maidstone, 9th April, 1891, 7 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for housebreaking. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 13th August, 1898, which expired 21st January, 1899 K R 765. Leeds, 25th July, 1898, 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 29th October, 1900. Y 272. Preston, 22nd February, 1895, 7 years penal servi- tude for larceny ( person). Licenced 7th June, 1900. V 28. fresh dk brn ( trng grey) lt brn grey Scar rt eyebrow, rt wrist, 2 scars between shouldei blades, and several small scars on back; mole rt shoulder and both armpits ; dot lt middle finger Scar back of head, lt thumb and several on back : big toe nail deformed ; varicose veins both legs blue Portsmouth, 1st July, 1898, 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 8th October, 1900. Y 207. Chelmsford, 4th January, 1893, 7 years penal servi- tude and 3 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence, 3rd Julv. 1900, which expired 10th Decem- ber, 1900. 7, T 77. Scar l't of nose, and 3 lt leg : deformed ; A L rt upper arm end of 4th rt finger North London Sessions, 18th February, 1895, 3 years penal servitude, and 3 years police supervision, and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Liberated on licence 7th Mav, 1898, which ex- pired 16th May, 1899. L Q V 649. LONDON : PRINTED FOB HEB MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KF. LIHF. R & Co., LTD., 99, VICTORIA STBEET, S. W.; 33, KINO WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AND . MARSHALSEA WORKS, S. E. 88079